Laborer 2 - CITY OF RED BANK TN : Job Details

The City of Red Bank has an immediate opening for a Laborer 2. This is a full-time position that performs a variety of manual labor tasks in areas such as streets, parks, sanitation, and the removal of yard waste.

JOB OVERVIEWThe right candidate will achieve by:

Demonstrating the ability to follow directions. Demonstrating an ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision. Demonstrating proficiency in the operation of various hand tools while using proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

Supervision Received: The employee works under the general supervision of the Public Works Supervisor. On occasion, independent judgment must be used to accomplish tasks.

Supervision Exercised: None.

Salary and Benefits:(G1) $40,227.00 annually - Day Shift M-F 8:30a-4:30p + excellent benefits.

Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, December 31, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. Applicationsand job descriptions are available at Red Bank City Hall, 3105 Dayton Boulevard, Red Bank, TN.Applicants must have a valid phone number. Applicants will be notified by phone for information ontesting and interview times/dates. Documentation is required for any training, education,certifications, or licenses listed on the application.

To be eligible to apply, applicants MUST:

• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Not have been convicted of, or plead guilty to, or entered a plea of nolo contender to any felon charge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor or controlled substances.
• Not have been released or discharged under anything other than an honorable discharge from any armed forces of the United States.

After having met the above requirements, candidates must successfully complete the following:

• Oral interview board composed of a combination of departmental members.
• A comprehensive background check, including but not limited to, criminal, financial, and personalhistory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential functions are fundamental job duties. They do not include marginal tasks which will also be performed but are not incidental to the primary job functions.

• The use of mowing equipment to maintain city's rights-of-way and parks.
• Trim trees on rights-of-way.
• Assist Drainage/Street crews/Solid Waste Department in everyday activities as needed.
• Maintain city-owned buildings that require maintenance.

Specialized abilities and skills required to perform the tasks/duties effectively

• Knowledge and skills required to operate city-owned trucks that require CDL license.
• Knowledge and skills required to operate city-owned mowing equipment.
• Ability to use chainsaws/pruning equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and power tools; i.e., lawn mower, weed eater, chainsaw, pressure washer, hedge trimmer, and leaf blower.
• Knowledge of general maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.

EQUIPMENTMajor Equipment and computer systems used to handle or perform this job:

• Pickup truck.
• Lawn and landscaping equipment; i.e., tractors, mowers, edgers, weed trimmers, pressure washers, hedge trimmers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, and irrigation systems.
• Miscellaneous hand and power tools for maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and cement finishing work.
• Janitorial equipment including floor buffers, steam cleaners, carpet cleaners, washers, vacuums, mops,brooms, and dusting equipment.
• Chainsaw

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid state driver's license.
• Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of one (1) year of some related experience to perform the job at hand.
• Must be able to acquire a CDL license within six (6) months of employment.

WRITING SKILLS REQUIRED

• Complete forms using words and numbers, etc.

SPEAKING/PRESENTATION SKILLS REQUIRED

Employee must be able to answer questions with brief response or provide standard information tocustomers, citizens, supervisors, etc.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school education or GED

PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee will seldom be exposed to temperature extremes and will have limited exposure to dangerous equipment, chemicals, loud noise, and noxious odors and fumes.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The City of Red Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Apply instructions:Please submit application and resume via our website or click apply below.Applications may also be submitted via mail in an envelope marked “Laborer 2” to:City of Red BankAttn: Human Resources3105 Dayton Blvd.Chattanooga, TN 37415